WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals backed by former coach to end trophy jinx on fourth attempt

Niharika Raina | February 4, 2026 7:43 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) Delhi Capitals will attempt to shake off three successive final defeats when they face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2026 Women's Premier League (WPL) decider clash in Vadodara on Thursday, with the side’s former fielding coach Milap Mewada backing the side to finally break their jinx in the title clash.

Sachin Tendulkar guides Mumbai players ahead of Ranji Trophy quarterfinal vs Karnataka

IANS | February 4, 2026 6:32 PM

Mumbai, Feb 4 (IANS) India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar has shared his insights on managing big-game pressure and maintaining a winning mindset with the Mumbai players at MCA BKC Ground on Wednesday, ahead of the team's Ranji Trophy quarterfinal match against Karnataka, which will be played from February 6.

England beat India by four wickets to take unassailable 3-1 lead in Mixed Disability T20I series

IANS | February 4, 2026 6:03 PM

Jaipur, Feb 4 (IANS) England sealed the five-match Mixed Disability T20I Series in emphatic fashion, registering a composed four-wicket victory over India in the fourth T20I to take an unassailable 3–1 lead on Wednesday.

T20 WC: Time of upsets is in past for Netherlands, aim to get in final four, says Logan van Beek

Niharika Raina | February 4, 2026 5:55 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) The Netherlands have won more matches in the Men’s T20 World Cups than any other associate nation. Twin victories over England twice, while taking down South Africa and Zimbabwe have underlined their ability to beat top-ranked sides.

ICC T20I Rankings: Kishan gains 32 spots, Saim Ayub becomes No. 1 all-rounder

IANS | February 4, 2026 5:24 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) Indian wicketkeeper batter Ishan Kishan has jumped 32 positions in the latest ICC Men's T20I batter rankings after an impressive comeback series against New Zealand, where the left-handed player scored 207 runs in just three matches, which also includes his maiden T20I century.

BATC: India women crush Myanmar 5-0 in opener

IANS | February 4, 2026 4:56 PM

Qingdao, Feb 4 (IANS) Defending champions India women began their Badminton Asia Team Championship campaign in commanding fashion, registering a dominant 5-0 victory over Myanmar in their Group Y opener at the Qingdao Conson Gymnasium on Wednesday.

IANS welcomes ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy with dhol, dance and desi tadka

IANS | February 4, 2026 4:10 PM

Noida, Feb 4 (IANS) The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 trophy arrived at the IANS headquarters on Wednesday as part of its official Trophy Tour, setting off a wave of celebration and excitement ahead of the marquee tournament, scheduled to begin on February 7 across co-hosts India and Sri Lanka.

Sam Curran pretty happy with ‘flexible’ role in the team

IANS | February 4, 2026 3:17 PM

Pallekele, Feb 4 (IANS) England all-rounder Sam Curran has reiterated his comfort with a fluid role in the national side, a trait that has become increasingly valuable as the team builds momentum ahead of the T20 World Cup. Curran’s adaptability was a defining feature of England’s recent 3–0 T20I series sweep over Sri Lanka, where his contributions with both bat and ball proved decisive across varying conditions.

‘Absolutely brilliant show’: Ganguly hails DC’s performance after they march into fourth straight WPL final

IANS | February 4, 2026 3:13 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) The Delhi Capitals clinched a seven-wicket win against the Gujarat Giants on Tuesday to seal their spot in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) final for the fourth consecutive time in as many editions of the tournament, and former India captain and DC's Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly hailed the team’s efforts by dropping a comment on all-rounder Marizanne Kapp’s social media post.

'It was about having clear heads', says Chinelle Henry after DC march into fourth straight WPL final

IANS | February 4, 2026 2:23 PM

Vadodara, Feb 4 (IANS) As Delhi Capitals sealed their place in the final of the Women’s Premier League 2026 with a commanding seven-wicket win over Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator at the BCA Stadium here on Tuesday, allrounder Chinelle Henry reflected on the mindset of heading into the Eliminator, saying it was about having clear heads and staying calm.

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WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals backed by former coach to end trophy jinx on fourth attempt

Sachin Tendulkar guides Mumbai players ahead of Ranji Trophy quarterfinal vs Karnataka

England beat India by four wickets to take unassailable 3-1 lead in Mixed Disability T20I series

T20 WC: Time of upsets is in past for Netherlands, aim to get in final four, says Logan van Beek

ICC T20I Rankings: Kishan gains 32 spots, Saim Ayub becomes No. 1 all-rounder

BATC: India women crush Myanmar 5-0 in opener

IANS welcomes ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy with dhol, dance and desi tadka

Sam Curran pretty happy with ‘flexible’ role in the team

‘Absolutely brilliant show’: Ganguly hails DC’s performance after they march into fourth straight WPL final

'It was about having clear heads', says Chinelle Henry after DC march into fourth straight WPL final

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